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Meinl Percussion Series Travel Djembe Hand Drum Circle Instrument, Synthetic Shell and Goat Skin Head — NOT Made in China — African Mali Weave Rope Tuning, 2-Year Warranty (PADJ4-M-G)

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About this item

  • TRAVEL-FRIENDLY TRADITIONAL DJEMBE: the Travel Series Djembe puts up with outdoor elements like dirt, sand, moisture, and sun; plus, it's easy to clean and lightweight while featuring traditional West African style tuning ropes for a classic look
  • WHY IT MATTERS: you can play more outdoor settings like drum circles without hassle since the djembe requires little to no maintenance; the Travel Djembe is always ready to go from beaches to parks to open mic night
  • HOW IT WORKS: the shell is 100% all-weather synthetic material, so it won't expand or contract with changes in weather which can affect tuning and longevity; this material also resists dents/scratches and cuts down weight
  • ONE TAKEAWAY: this drum has a natural goat skin rawhide head for warm tone; strike the center of the head with your palm for bass and near the rim with the length of your fingers for high-pitched slaps
  • OF NOTE: the djembe comes tuned and ready to play right out of the box; the West African Mali Weave rope tuning system holds a long-lasting pitch, and we pre-stretch the ropes so it sounds great right away (comes with tuning instructions)
  • BY THE NUMBERS: shell measures 10" wide x 20" tall and weighs about 4.8 lbs; head measures 10" with an 8" playing area (head is slightly larger than the playing area because it wraps around and down the rim)
  • THE BOTTOM LINE: have fun playing the Travel Series Djembe anywhere, and don't worry wondering if it'll hold up; it's made for all skill levels and comes ready to play right out of the box
  • THE BIG PICTURE: Meinl is a family-owned musical instrument manufacturer and brand established 1951 in Germany; our expert German designers have deep relationships with our builders to ensure you're delivered the absolute finest quality


The Meinl rope tuned travel series Djembes are great drums For everyone from professional musicians to drum circles and recreational players. The patented synthetic construction is used to create a Djembe that is ultra-lightweight. At 20% lighter than our fiberglass series Djembes, these drums are a great choice to carry to your next gig or on a hike. The hand selected goat skin heads produce the traditional slaps and warm bass tones found in traditional African drums.


Bernd
Reviewed in Germany on September 12, 2024
Trommel ist leicht , sehr gute Djembe
innozentia
Reviewed in Germany on May 3, 2024
Sehr gutes Produkt, guter Klang und sehr schön anzusehen!
SCL
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
Drum is well made, love it. Plus vendor delivered FAST!!
Teto
Reviewed in Italy on September 12, 2023
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Jill
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2023
I’d buy it again!
Lightning
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2023
Wow!This Djembe is fantastic! I have played wood ones and man made material types with both synthetic and goat skin heads. This combination with the shell being synthetic and the head being goat skin it sounds like and resonates a authentic wood djembe drum. It can be very loud if sound hole is off the ground.You can also tune it and they give you instructions on how to tune it. Don't try to tune it, you will mess up the perfect tuning it came with. Meinls youtubes videos don't do it any justice Just buy it and you will like it a lot.Play music!Steve N.From Orange County California
Maddie
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2023
I bought this so I could play along to music in my home. I like to do this when I've had a bad day. This drum is sleek and feels good. I would recommend it to anyone.
Abin A.
Reviewed in India on January 25, 2022
Got it a day ago. So far good and happy with the product. The tuning and overall it's performance is satisfactory. Let's see how it stays for long......
Joan KulesaAngelo
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2021
I ordered this for my grandchildren and it came with a sticker on the packaging saying it can cause cancer. Oh my gosh…and I cannot get a response from Amazon. They just keep telling me to talk to the seller. This is awful.
M Mmc
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2021
Excellent tone, well made and light weight. Much easier to travel with and beautiful pattern
What works 4 me
Reviewed in Canada on September 21, 2019
Really Nice Drum great sound. you can play low volume or make it roar. Your packaging need to be done with more care. The rope was packed tightly against the top of the drum and has left a permanent, although faint, mark. It's not bad enough that I will let it bother me, but, it cost you 1 star. If you are thinking of buying 1 of these Djembes GO for it and enjoy.
Fitness Celebrity
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2019
I would characterize this as a first-strike weapon. :-)By that I mean, of course, that it is a perfect choice for beginners. But I also think it will serve very well for percussionists who travel a lot and appreciate a djembe that is light and easy to move around while still sounding and looking great.I had a gig recently that needed djembe and I'd always wanted one. I wanted something pretty light but durable, and the 12" size seemed like the best choice for both a deep bass tone and portability.The shell on this drum is synthetic so it is really light and easy to carry. It has a goatskin head and has great tone and more than enough volume for my needs. I haven't had to tune it yet with the rope, but the djembe came with the instructions on how to do it.One small feature worth mentioning is that the bottom of the drum has a rubberized covering, so it won't scratch floors or snag on rugs. I would have preferred a brighter design that looked more "African" to the Egyptian hieroglyphic design. (Yes, I know Egypt is in Africa.) But people really liked the look of this one, and I don't care that much. The sound is the thing, and this drum delivers without breaking your wallet or your back.
James Miller
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2018
Great low resonant tone! A little trashy on the top end but it gives a diversity of of sound. Filled the room. Excellent for the money.